Dental students tend to underreport exposures to bloodborne pathogens because of low-risk perception, lack of time, and excessive paperwork, according to a study conducted at the University of Pacific ...

Nov. 11, 2004 — Dental plaque (DP) may be a reservoir of pathogens for hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP), according to the results of a prospective study published in the November issue of Chest.

Periodontitis is an infectious disease involving a complex interaction between the oral microorganisms organized in a biofilm structure and the host's immune response. The disease can lead to the ...

SimplyTest®, a leader in salivary testing solutions, and The TeleDentists, a leading provider of virtual dental care, today announced a nationwide collaboration that combines at-home oral health and ...